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The Supreme Court is expected to sit on Tuesday, November 3, despite the nationwide strike by judicial staff that has disrupted court operations across the country.
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has directed that the apex court continues with its normal proceedings despite the industrial action by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG).
The directive was contained in a notice issued by the Judicial Service on Monday, November 2, asking lawyers and parties with scheduled cases to report to court.
“Pursuant to the direction of His Lordship, the Chief Justice, it is hereby notified for the information of all lawyers and parties to proceedings that the Supreme Court shall convene for its normal court business tomorrow, Tuesday, 3 November 2026,” the notice stated.
The decision comes as several courts across the country remain closed following the commencement of JUSAG’s indefinite strike on Monday.
The association is demanding the approval and payment of revised salaries and allowances for Judicial Service staff, citing delays by the government in addressing its concerns.
The strike has affected several court facilities, including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Accra Circuit Court and some District Courts.
Checks at some court premises indicated that security officers had been instructed not to open the gates, preventing access to the facilities. Red bands were also tied to the entrances of some courts to signal the ongoing industrial action.
Despite the disruption, the Chief Justice’s directive means proceedings at the Supreme Court are expected to continue as scheduled.
Source:Omanghana
